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Alpine skiing
Aventuriers des pistes ou des terrains escarpés, à votre équipement
Jan 24, 2025

Resort or backcountry adventurers, let’s talk gear!

Alpine skiing has been around for a long time, but a newcomer is gaining in popularity on Quebec’s mountains—alpine touring. Both sports are similar as they both involve gliding down a hill. Howeve...
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Élisabeth
Élisabeth
Oberson Editor
Alpine skiing
7 essentiels pour partir en voyage de ski
Jan 23, 2025

7 Must-Haves for Your Next Ski Trip

Isn’t travelling great? For us, mountain adventurers, leaving our Quebec winter to go explore what other mountains have to offer is a dream come true. In order to be really prepared, here is the li...
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Élisabeth
Élisabeth
Oberson Editor
Alpine skiing
Gants de ski chauffants : tout ce que vous devez savoir
Jan 20, 2025

Heated Ski Gloves: Everything You Need to Know

Keeping your extremities warm in winter is essential for your comfort. Heated gloves are a great way to stay active even when the temperature drops. Here’s everything you need to know about heated ...
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Élisabeth
Élisabeth
Oberson Editor
Alpine skiing
6 stations à visiter à la semaine de relâche
Jan 10, 2025

6 Ski Resorts to Visit during Spring Break

The first week of March is the perfect time to play outside with the family! During spring break in Quebec, ski resorts offer a wide range of activities. Here are five suggestions to fully enjoy th...
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Élisabeth
Élisabeth
Oberson Editor
Alpine skiing
5 raisons de skier à Ski Montcalm
Jan 03, 2025

5 Reasons to Hit the Slopes at Ski Montcalm

Offering high-quality snow conditions, Ski Montcalm is among the resorts that have been continually innovating in recent years. This family-run ski area, proudly managed by the founder’s children, ...
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Élisabeth
Élisabeth
Oberson Editor
Alpine skiing
Tout savoir sur le bootfitting
Jan 03, 2025

Bootfitting: Everything You Need to Know

Perfect boots do exist. Taking the time to choose them is essential to save your ski seasons to come. What if that perfect boot is not the one you thought? That’s where the know-how of boot fitting...
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Élisabeth
Élisabeth
Oberson Editor
Alpine skiing
Soutenir les boutiques locales pour garder l’esprit du ski vivant
Dec 16, 2024

Supporting Local Ski Shops to Keep the Spirit of Skiing Alive

Quebec ski shops are more than just points of sale. They’re at the heart of ski culture. At a time when brands are increasingly selling directly to consumers, Elan is launching a campaign that refl...
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Élisabeth
Élisabeth
Oberson Editor
Alpine skiing
6 trucs pour magasiner au Vendredi fou et au Cyberlundi
Nov 19, 2024

6 Tips for Black Friday and Cyber Monday Shopping

Black Friday and Cyber Monday are excellent times to save and make some great finds for Christmas gifts. Here are 6 tips to get you ready for shopping on Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
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Élisabeth
Élisabeth
Oberson Editor
Alpine skiing
Skier à Tignes-Val d’Isère : le meilleur du ski européen
Oct 11, 2024

Tignes-Val d’Isère: The Best of European Skiing

Tucked in the heart of the Alps in the stunning Tarentaise Valley, the French ski resort Tignes-Val d’Isère is truly sacred ground for skiers. This world-renowned ski destination combines the pleas...
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Élisabeth
Élisabeth
Oberson Editor
Alpine skiing
Skier à Whistler : nos incontournables pour un voyage de ski
Oct 11, 2024

Skiing in Whistler: Our Top Tips for a Ski Trip

The legendary small ski town Whistler has it all. While the world-class skiing has earned it a special place in skiers’ hearts, the lively village’s charming atmosphere is what keeps them coming ba...
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Carolyne Vigeant
Carolyne Vigeant
Writer and Editor
Alpine skiing
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Aug 29, 2024

Why Rent Children’s Ski and Snowboard Equipment? 

What a joy it is to share a day of skiing as a family. However, introducing your youngsters to snow sports can be quite expensive. What if you rented and didn’t buy equipment for their first season...
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Élisabeth
Élisabeth
Oberson Editor
Alpine skiing
Meilleures stations pour le ski de printemps au Québec
Mar 11, 2024

The Best Resorts for Spring Skiing in Quebec

Spring skiing is an integral part of Quebec’s snow sports culture. From turns on sun-kissed snow to colourful end-of-season parties, spring skiing is a can’t-miss experience. Here are the best reso...
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Élisabeth
Élisabeth
Oberson Editor